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Innocuous anecdotes and remembrances abound in this valentine to the legendary sports broadcaster Harry Caray. Stone worked alongside Caray for 15 years, offering color commentary for Chicago Cubs baseball games, until Caray's death in February 1998. Stone obviously enjoyed the experience, deferring to Caray's antics and malapropisms the way one would an eccentric uncle or spoiledbut talentedchild. Stone claims in the introduction that he wanted to give a clearer picture of Caray the man, rather than Caray the broadcaster, but the book, co-written with Rozner (a sports columnist and co-author of Ryne Sandberg's autobiography Second to Home, not reviewed) avoids deep insight or controversy by offering sketchy biographic facts about Caray: he was born Harry Christopher Carabina, was orphaned at a young age, grew up impoverished, and had an active nightlife, three marriages, and health problems. The books focus is on snapshots of Caray at work and at play (often with stars, from Mickey Mantle to Elvis). The most amusing stories demonstrate Caray's abilities as master showman and promoter in the broadcast booth (he mentioned as many fans' names as possible in order to ``make some friends and sell more tickets and get better ratings''). And while Caray-isms (such as ``There's danger here Cheri!'' or ``The big possum walks late'') may not be as famous as Yogi Berra-isms (although Caray is credited here with originating the ``Holy Cow'' cry), they do demonstrate Caray's charm and help explain his enormous popularity. Where's Harry? (the often-asked question Stone would get from fans), though not a definitive biography, will appeal to fans of Caray and baseball who want to relax one last time with a genuine character of the game, and perhaps hum Caray's signature song, ``Take Me Out to the Ball Game,'' after they're done. The foreword is by Bob Costas. (photos, not seen) -- Copyright ©1999, Kirkus Associates, LP. All rights reserved.


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A friend of the legendary sportscaster for more than 20 years, Stone regales readers with hundreds of stories about the baseball icon.

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  • Hardcover: 256 pages
  • Publisher: Taylor Trade Publishing (April 25, 1999)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0878332332
  • ISBN-13: 978-0878332335
  • Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.3 x 1.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #570,713 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Steve Stone Remembers a Legend, June 13, 2000
By Thomas Stamper (Orlando, FL) - See all my reviews
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I wasn't a Cub fan growing up, but I watched the WGN games almost everyday in the summer and I came to enjoy the broadcast team of Harry and Steve. Steve Stone is one of the most underrated broadcasters on television and the anecdotes he provides for the book are truly gems.

Steve loved Harry quite a bit, and blasts former Cub play by play man Milo Hamilton who was particularly ugly to Harry before and after his death. But the subtext of the early chapters is that Harry had some flaws, and Harry and Steve had their ups and downs during their career together. It would have been easy to gloss over that reality, but it's a credit to Stone that he paints a very human picture of a baseball legend.

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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Understanding Harry, January 19, 2000
By Dennis Dimond (Peoria, Illinois) - See all my reviews
Steve Stone's book helps the average Cubs fan better understand where Harry came from. There were great stories I never heard (Michael Jordon at Wrigley refusing to go up to the booth: "I don't want Harry introducing me as Michael Jackson") and great insights into why Harry acted as he did. He was human but always respected and revered the game of baseball, even when the Cubs had bad years. I don't think Harry will ever be forgotten.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A fitting and real tribute, January 22, 2004
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Steve Stone was Harry Carey's straight man for many years. In a sense, he was Harry's Norton. In this book, he tells the shadow's story, including the ups and down.

On the humorous side, Steve discusses Harry's struggle to remember names, and how he tormented Arnie (the producer) with his requests.

Steve also paints the image of Harry the promoter, explaining how in his way, Harry promoted the character that Steve was to play on the air. Stone also admits that he owes his job in many ways to Harry. That they stayed together for 15 years is a tribute to a partnership that in many ways seemed like a marriage.

Some of the things you may not know... With only a very rare exception, he didn't drink on TV, but kept the Bud glass a plug for his sponsors. That he always paid when we went out, even though he'd plug his favorite watering holes.

Steve also covers the dark side of Harry - how he handled grudges. How he'd insist on being the prima donna. Their petty fights, and how they'd get over them. His ostracism and eventual reconciliation with his family.

In the end, you're left with both a fitting and realistic picture of the icon.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Good book
I wasn't really a Harry Caray fan but a friend let me borrow this book for a recent flight. I've always been a baseball fan so I thought I'd get something out it. Read more
Published on June 8, 2006 by Jeff

5.0 out of 5 stars Makes ya laugh, cry and laugh even harder
This book is one of the best ever. All you have to do is be a baseball fan. I gurantee even those dreaded Cardinal fans will love to read this book. Read more
Published on August 25, 2003 by Laurie

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Stories
I grew up listening to Harry Caray and Steve Stone on WGN. I must say that this book brought back a lot of great memories and provided a lot of behind the scenes details that I... Read more
Published on January 6, 2003 by Arch Gregory Wolfe

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must for Any Cubs Fan
Steve Stone opens up about his personal and working relationship with Harry Caray in this book. The many anecdotes will not only bring back many fond memories, but will also shed... Read more
Published on November 30, 2002 by Chris Frost

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Tribute
This book will make you laugh cry, and just say "wow". Steve Stone is the perfect person to write this book. Every baseball fan should read this book!
Published on June 22, 2002 by jbwilson19

2.0 out of 5 stars Harry the egomaniac
After reading this book, I am convinced that Harry is a self-important, arrogant, spiteful & phony man who will go through great lengths to make sure he's in the spotlight at... Read more
Published on March 23, 2002 by Derrick Stone

5.0 out of 5 stars Just like life, and you'll love this book.
You don't have to be an avid Cubs fan, or baseball fan for that matter to like this book. This is about a man that loved life, knew how to live it, and happened to broadcast for... Read more
Published on November 30, 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars A real treat to read
Don't think that you need to be a Cubs' fan to enjoy this book.

I actually chose to read this book for a class paper on great American journalists. Read more

Published on July 26, 2001 by Reds Fan

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book
Wonderfully written. A must read for CUBS fans. Steve tells wonderful stories about Harry. I borrowed it from a friend and now have to buy it. It's wonderful....
Published on July 19, 2001 by Angela Hirsch

5.0 out of 5 stars AN OUTSTANDING TRIBUTE TO A BROADCASTING LEGEND
This is a fun loving and poignant look at a true sports broad-casting pioneer. Steve Stone provides the reader with a honest and open perspective of Harry Caray. Read more
Published on July 5, 2001 by L. Charles Wimer III

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